Electrical Engineering Coop | Summer 2026 [Victoria]
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Job Summary
Are you interested in being a part of a team that gets to conceptualize design and build the worlds next-generation medical devices
Are you keen to design complex PCBs that are at the heart of products such as surgical robots smart capsules wearables medical imaging equipment etc.
Are you keen to apply the fundamentals of your classwork to solve real-world problems
Do you want to work as a part of a multi-disciplinary team of engineers and designers who are developing innovative electromechanical devices
If you answered YES and you are an Electrical Engineering student or an Engineering Physics Major who has completed their 3rdyear of studies and is eligible to work in Canada please check us out.
We are actively looking for the right student to join our team of engineers inVictoria BC Canada for the Summer term (May 2026 - August 2026).
Salary:
Hourly rate for 3rd year student is $$27.50 and hourly rate for 4th year student is $$28.75.
Position Profile:
Reporting to the Electronics Engineering Team Manager the Electrical Engineering Co-op is expected to provide support to the Electrical Engineering team throughout their term with StarFish Medical.
Responsibilities:
As an Electrical Engineering Co-op student responsibilities can include:
- Conceptualize design and build custom PCBs for medical devices.
- Develop firmware and software as required.
- Use of electronics lab equipment to test and debug analog and digital circuits.
- Design and perform experiments to determine the solution space and to select the most appropriate path forward to a great medical device.
- Develop documentation in accordance with requirements of ISO 13485 and IEC 60601.
- Interface with other design team members.
- Work to ensure that products are developed appropriately for the Regulatory Environment.
- Maintain and expand technical knowledge and skills.
- Other related tasks as required.
Qualifications:
- Current enrollment in Electrical Engineering or an Engineering Physics Major.
- Past experience designing a custom PCB: including schematics layout and fabrication.
- Past experience using Altium Designer or similar (KiCAD).
- Proficient in verbal and written English.
- Strong technical competence.
- Attention to detail.
- Comfortable operating electronics lab equipment.
- Excellent teamwork skills and a strong desire to take on new challenges.
StarFish Medicalis Canadas leading Medical Device Designservice providerwith a full complement of design development and manufacturing services in Victoria and Toronto. Wesuccessfully partner with innovative companies (both large and small) to createbreakthrough productsfor a number of medical specialty areas. Our work environment receivedCanadas Most Admired Corporate Cultures forand 2024award recognizing best-in-class cultures that have helped enhance performance and sustain a competitive advantage.
Dont meet every single requirement Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At StarFish Medical we are dedicated to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! StarFish Medical welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
How to Apply:
Please apply through the StarFish Medical Portal. Applications will be accepted until11:59 pm PST on Friday February 20 2026.Post your applicationyou will receive an email from with a quiz link for you to complete. Please check your Spam or Junk folders for this email to complete the quiz on time. The quiz will close at 11:59 pm PST on Sunday February 22 2026.Applications will be reviewed on a first-received basis and the job posting will close as soon as the right candidate is found.
If you experience any difficulties when applying please reach out towith the Electrical Engineering Coop - Summer 2026 - Portal Issues subject line.
We thank all candidates who apply; however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted following initial application acknowledgment. No phone calls please.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Public Relations
- Google Docs
- Data Collection
- MailChimp
- Microsoft Word
- Dermal Fillers
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Research Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Adobe Photoshop
- Writing Skills
